Sugar-Free Barbecue Sauce

What’s better to put on top of ribs, grilled chicken or a pulled pork sandwich than barbecue sauce? Unfortunately, barbecue sauce is a repeat offender in the sugar department. Common ingredients include ketchup, maple syrup, brown sugar and molasses. Do your smile a favor and opt for this sugar-free barbecue sauce:

INGREDIENTS

3 (6) ounce cans of tomato paste

½ cup chopped onion

2 garlic cloves

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons equivalent of sugar substitute

1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 ½ tablespoons yellow mustard

¾ teaspoon garlic powder

¾ teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon liquid smoke

2 dissolve bullion cubes in ½ cup water

INSTRUCTIONS

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.

Add the bullion in water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat and add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring often.

Optional: Once the sauce has simmered, set aside and cool completely. Add the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.

Note: This sugar-free barbecue sauce will keep in the fridge for about a week, and can be kept in the freezer for up to 2 months in an airtight container.